The key local ingredient for this Scottish Gin is Sugar Kelp seaweed, gathered sustainably by hand from local sea-lochs-- it's the key botanical to express the island's unique maritime nature. Sugar Kelp works in harmony with seven other careful chosen botanicals: Juniper, coriander seeds, cubebs, cassia bark, angelica root, bitter orange peel, and licorice root. When tasting, citrus notes are the first to appear before fading to bring juniper from the background. There's a sweetness here from the licorice before the cassia bark and cubeb provide a peppery finish. The sugar kelp makes itself known with a sweet saltiness. Overall, it's a really well-balanced, refreshing and smooth gin. There's nothing too overpowering and it's certainly enjoyable as a sipping gin (and a natural for inspired gin cocktails!).